2000 BMW 318 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 318 | 70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |